Rainbows: Piano/Vocal/Chords

These selections capture songs that working singers actively choose for auditions and recitals, which means the writing sits in a genuinely singable zone. The folio balances accessibility with theatrical sophistication, giving vocalists room to find character without requiring operatic technique.

These songs inhabit the emotional landscape of contemporary musical theatre, blending vulnerability with wit. The collection moves between introspection and humor, with harmonies that feel modern without abandoning lyricism.

Vocalists preparing audition material, recital performers seeking musical theatre repertoire beyond standards, and voice teachers building a contemporary theatre library. High school and college music programs will find strong songs for soloists and ensemble showcases.

• Lean into the conversational quality of the lyrics; these songs reward naturalistic phrasing over purely legit classical technique.
• Use the chord symbols to shape harmonic color at the piano, especially in the more introspective numbers where accompaniment can intensify emotional subtext.
• Balance the vocal line's storyline against the accompaniment texture; some numbers thrive on sparse, transparent support while others invite fuller voicing.

Feature individual selections in voice recitals to showcase musical theatre artistry alongside classical or art song. Insert songs into concert programs that celebrate contemporary musical storytelling, or use them as audition preparation material in vocal curricula.

• interpreting character through lyrical specificity and conversational phrasing
• navigating contemporary harmonic language in a vocal context
• balancing theatrical expression with musical accuracy
• reading and performing from chord symbols in a professional vocal score